ELIZABETH I

The issue begins with an article focusing on Henry VIII's disappointment when he learns that his wife has given birth to a girl, not a boy. Elizabeth, however, learns quickly the skills needed to survive in her father's court, as well as those that will bring her closer to the throne herself. As the years pass, she experiences first-hand court intrigue, treachery, flattery, and imprisonment. Never once does she succumb to fear and defeat, but succeeds in defeating not only the opposition at home (Mary Tudor and Mary, Queen of Scots), but also the opposition abroad (the Spanish Armada). Placing confidence in supporters such as William Cecil, Francis Drake, and Walter Raleigh, she expands her empire and leads it into a Golden Age when the likes of Shakespeare perform at the Glove Theater. An eight-page section done in cooperation with the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston introduces readers to the behind-the-scenes duties and responsibilities of those who care for and restore textiles.

Paperback  48 pgs.  Full Color
Suggested for ages: 9-14
Product Code: CAL9805